The Everblack Podcast caught up with Nicholaus Arson from The Hives during the band’s long-awaited return to Australia after nine years. In the interview, Arson discusses their latest album The Hives Forever Forever The Hives, collaborating with Beastie Boys’ Mike D, and embracing the band’s raw “real sound” in an age of digital perfection. He also dives into the chaos and precision of their live shows, frontman Pelle Almqvist’s legendary onstage presence, the Swedish music scene (including metal) that shaped them, their iconic stage outfits, and what’s next as The Hives embark on a massive world tour.

THE HIVES FOREVER FOREVER THE HIVES – OUT 29 AUGUST

https://the-hives.ffm.to/forever-album

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@thehivestv ​

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The Everblack Podcast caught up with Blothar the Berserker from GWAR to talk about their long-awaited return to Australia for the Good Things Festival 2025. Blothar discusses GWAR’s outrageous live show, who’s on their “slay list,” the band’s 40th anniversary, new music including Return of Gor Gor, their upcoming movie, action figures, and what fans can expect from the most insane stage show on Earth when they hit Australian soil this December.

GOOD THINGS FESTIVAL LINE UP:

TOOL

Weezer

Garbage | All Time Low | Machine Head | The All-American Rejects

Knocked Loose | Lorna Shore | Refused | New Found Glory | Make Them Suffer

Dayseeker | James Reyne | Kublai Khan TX | Cobra Starship | Goldfinger | Tonight Alive

In Alphabetical Order:

Bad Nerves | Civic | Dead Poet Society | Fever 333 | Gwar | High Vis | Inertia

Palaye Royale | Scene Queen | South Arcade | Wargasm | Windwaker | Yours Truly

Plus the chaos of Stage 666!

DATES AND VENUES:

Friday 5 December - Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne (16+)

Saturday 6 December – Sydney Showground, Sydney (16+)

Sunday 7 December - Brisbane Showgrounds, Brisbane (16+)

Tickets at www.goodthingsfestival.com.au

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The Everblack Podcast spoke to Liam Anthony from IDLE RUIN at Necrosonic Festival 2025 about returning to the Australian stage after two years in Berlin, their new lineup with Caleb rejoining and Dylan Boyd on bass, and debuting brand new material live for the first time. Liam also talks about the crossover between punk and death metal scenes, the Aussie mosh pit energy, plans for Steel Assassins in November, and their upcoming five-year anniversary show in Brisbane.

https://necrosonicfestival.com/idle-ruin

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The Everblack Podcast caught up with Dave Lupton of FLAMING WREKAGE backstage at Necrosonic Festival to talk about their set, the festival vibe, touring Europe, sharing the stage with Testament, and what’s next for the band. Dave also dives into new music, upcoming shows, and who he’d bring back from the dead for one more performance.

https://necrosonicfestival.com/flaming-wrekage

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The Everblack Podcast spoke to Andrew Craighan from My Dying Bride about the band’s long-awaited debut Australian tour, joined by special guest vocalist Mikko Kotamäki (Swallow The Sun). Andrew discusses the excitement of finally bringing their legendary doom metal to fans down under, how Mikko stepped into the role with ease, the balance of old classics and new tracks like The Apocalyptist in their live set, and what it’s like playing truly “live” without backing tracks. He also talks about their influences, legacy in the doom family tree, and teases new material currently in the works.

MY DYING BRIDE with Mammon’s Throne performing at:

Sept 16th – Sydney, Metro Theatre

Sept 17th – Melbourne, Northcote Theatre

TICKETS ON SALE NOW at:

SYDNEY – https://premier.ticketek.com.au

MELBOURNE – www.moshtix.com.au

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The Everblack Podcast spoke to J. R. Hayes from Pig Destroyer about their long-awaited return to Australia after 17 years, touring with Wormrot, their infamous “Plug Destroyer” merch, and sharing wild stories from chaotic shows like GWAR-B-Q. J.R. also talks about playing with heroes like Acid Bath and where Pig Destroyer are at with their next record.

PIG DESTROYER with guests WORMROT performing at:

Sept 2nd - Perth, Amplifier Bar

Sept 4th – Adelaide, Lion Arts Factory

Sept 5th – Melbourne, Max Watts

Sept 6th – Sydney, The Factory Theatre

Sept 7th – Canberra, The Baso

Sept 9th – Brisbane, The Triffid

Sept 12th – Auckland, Galatos

Sept 13th – Christchurch, Loons

Sept 14th – Wellington, San Fran

Tickets: www.swdpresents.com

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The Everblack Podcast caught up with Andy LaPlegua, the mastermind behind Combichrist, to dive deep into the band’s signature high-energy live performances, the creative process behind new music, and what it’s like to return to Australia after years away. From celebrating milestones to sharing stories about the stage, UFOs, and a mystery Australian drummer.

AUSTRALIAN TOUR DATES:

Thursday 18th September - BRISBANE - Crowbar

Friday 19th September - SYDNEY - Crowbar

SAT 20th September – MELBOURNE – Max Watts

*LIMITED VIP MEET & GREET INCLUDES:

- Early access to the show and merch stand**

- Get a photo on your phone/device with COMBICHRIST

- Australian tour poster to get signed

- Exclusive VIP lanyard/laminate

- Bring along 3 personal items to get signed

**VIP TICKET INCLUDES ENTRY TO THE SHOW

* Paypal, Pay By Four & Afterpay accepted.

TICKETS & INFO: www.hardlinemedia.net

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The Everblack Podcast spoke to Alex Hill from MÉLANCOLIA about their upcoming album Random Access Misery, their huge touring schedule, and the band’s incredible rise from opening for Thy Art Is Murder to supporting Cattle Decapitation to international touring.

Alex also discusses how MÉLANCOLIA refined their sound, their writing process, and even some wild merch concepts (including cereal boxes!). He also talks about collaborating with special guests like Chris from Dregg and Hunter Young from Moodring, the album’s lyrical themes and production, and what the future holds as MÉLANCOLIA prepare for tours across Australia, Europe, and beyond.

MÉLANCOLIA - Random Access Misery (out August 29 via Nuclear Blast / Grayscale)

Preorder: https://greyscalerecs.lnk.to/melancolia

MÉLANCOLIA LIVE:

THURSDAY 11 SEPTEMBER – THE BRIGHTSIDE, BRISBANE

w/ APATE, OUTSIDER & ST.SINNER

FRIDAY 12 SEPTEMBER – THE LANSDOWNE, SYDNEY

w/ APATE, OUTSIDER & ST.SINNER

SATURDAY 13 SEPTEMBER – REVOLVER BANDROOM, MELBOURNE

w/ APATE, OUTSIDER & ST.SINNER

SUNDAY 14 SEPTEMBER – JIVE BAR, ADELAIDE

w/ APATE, OUTSIDER & ST.SINNER

https://www.destroyalllines.com/tours/melancolia

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